$75 NEW PATIENT SPECIAL: Includes Consult + Exam + X-rays
$75 NEW PATIENT SPECIAL: Includes Consult + Exam + X-rays
Helping Your Baby Feel Better, Naturally
We know how exhausting and heartbreaking it is to watch your little one struggle. The endless crying, the arched back, the difficulty feeding—you’d do anything to help them feel better. At Thrive Family Chiropractic, we’re here to support your family with gentle, natural care that addresses the root cause of infant colic and reflux.
If your baby cries for hours on end, struggles to latch or keep milk down, or seems uncomfortable after feeding, you’re not alone. Many Urbandale families come to us feeling frustrated after being told “it’s just colic” or “they’ll grow out of it.”
Here’s something most parents don’t realize: even a “normal” birth places incredible stress on your baby’s delicate spine and nervous system. Whether your delivery was natural, assisted with forceps or vacuum, or via C-section, your newborn’s body experienced significant physical forces.
During birth, your baby’s head and neck can be compressed, twisted, or pulled as they navigate through the birth canal or are delivered via C-section. This can create tension and misalignment in their upper neck—the exact area that houses the brainstem and vagus nerve.
The vagus nerve is like your baby’s “master control switch” for:
When birth trauma creates tension in the upper neck, it can interfere with vagus nerve function. This is what we call subluxation—and it’s often the hidden reason behind colic and reflux symptoms.
Many pediatricians prescribe medications for reflux or suggest waiting it out for colic. While these doctors care deeply about your child, these approaches don’t address what’s actually causing the problem—nervous system stress from birth.
Medications might mask symptoms temporarily, but they don’t help your baby’s body heal or function better. That’s where gentle chiropractic care makes such a difference.
Gentle Care Designed Specifically for Infants
Many parents worry that chiropractic care might be too forceful for their tiny baby. We completely understand that concern! The truth is, pediatric chiropractic care is nothing like adult adjustments.
Our adjustments for infants use about the same amount of pressure you’d use to check if a tomato is ripe—that’s it! These gentle touches help release tension in your baby’s spine and nervous system, allowing their body to heal naturally.
1. Comprehensive Assessment
We start by learning your baby’s complete story—from pregnancy through delivery and their current challenges. We’ll conduct a gentle physical exam to identify areas of tension or restricted movement.
2. Advanced Scanning Technology
We use special INSiGHT scanning technology that’s completely safe and non-invasive (your baby won’t even notice it!). These scans help us see exactly where nervous system stress is affecting your little one.
3. Personalized Care Plan
Based on our findings, we’ll create a gentle care plan tailored specifically for your baby’s needs. Every child is unique, and we treat them that way.
4. Gentle Adjustments
Using light fingertip pressure or specialized instruments, we’ll carefully release tension in your baby’s spine. Most babies sleep peacefully or nurse contentedly during their adjustments!
While chiropractic care addresses the root cause, here are some ways you can support your baby’s comfort at home:
Absolutely! Pediatric chiropractic care is incredibly gentle and has been safely used for decades. We use specialized training and techniques designed specifically for infants. The pressure we use is so light, most babies relax or even fall asleep during their adjustments.
Every baby is different, but many parents notice improvements within the first few visits. Some babies show changes immediately, while others may take a few weeks as their nervous system rebalances.
The length of care depends on your baby’s specific needs and how long they’ve been experiencing symptoms. We’ll create a personalized care plan and adjust it as your baby progresses. Our goal is always to get your baby feeling better and thriving!
C-section babies often benefit tremendously from chiropractic care! The pulling and twisting during delivery, plus missing the natural compression of the birth canal, can create unique challenges. We see wonderful results with C-section babies.
We work with most insurance plans and are happy to help you understand your benefits. We also offer affordable family wellness plans. Your baby’s health is too important to let finances stand in the way—we’ll work with you to find a solution.
Let’s work together to help your baby feel comfortable, sleep peacefully, and thrive. Our Urbandale office is conveniently located to serve families throughout the greater Des Moines area, including West Des Moines, Clive, Johnston, and Waukee.